HB459 Summary

• Authorizes and establishes requirements for peer-to-peer car sharing programs in Alabama, defining the business platforms that connect vehicle owners with drivers for financial consideration.

• Mandates that peer-to-peer car sharing programs maintain motor vehicle liability insurance during each sharing period with minimum coverage amounts matching Alabama's proof of financial responsibility requirements.

• Requires peer-to-peer car sharing programs to collect and retain records of vehicle usage, pick-up and drop-off locations, fees, and revenues for at least the applicable personal injury statute of limitations period.

• Prohibits shared vehicle owners from making vehicles available if they have unrepaired safety recalls and requires notification to the program if a recall is received while the vehicle is in use.

• Exempts peer-to-peer car sharing vehicle lessors from privilege or license taxes on vehicle rental gross proceeds when applicable sales and use taxes were paid at the time of purchase or initial titling in Alabama.